Postpone non-essential surgeries, save oxygen: Maha task force chief

April 17, 2021 08:34

The Maharashtra State COVID task force chairperson Dr Sanjay Oak has suggested that non-essential surgeries be postponed to save medical oxygen.

He said the decision on this, however, would have to be taken at a local level as factors such as the patient's condition and medical urgency are paramount.

Amid a spike in cases, there is a reported shortage of medical oxygen in some parts of the state. -- PTI

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